What category is the 2012 Honda CBR1000RR ABS?

General information
Category	Sport
Model	Honda CBR1000RR ABS
Year	2012

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Emission details	Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards.
Greenhouse gases	147.6 CO
Fuel consumption	6.36 litres/100 km (15.7 km/l or 36.98 mpg)
Driveline	#530 O-ring-sealed chain
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
Fuel control	DOHC
Fuel system	Injection. Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	76.0 x 55.1 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Compression	12.3:1
Engine type	In-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:	999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Anti-Lock Brake
Rear tyre dimensions	190/50-ZR17
Front tyre dimensions	120/70-ZR17
Rear suspension travel	137 mm (5.4 inches)
Rear suspension	Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload rebound and compression-damping adjustability
Front suspension travel	109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension	43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability
Trail	96 mm (3.8 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	23.3°
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	17.79 litres (4.70 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,407 mm (55.4 inches)
Seat height	820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	199.1 kg (439.0 pounds)
Dry weight	320.0 kg (705.5 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Red/Black, Black, Blue/White/Orange/Red

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

3.2s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track95%

City30%

Cornering93%

Daily Riding35%

Touring25%

Passenger20%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a machine best suited to experienced riders who are already comfortable with aggressive geometry and high-performance power delivery.
Purpose	Built primarily for track days and spirited canyon carving, it rewards riders chasing outright speed and precision cornering over practicality.
Rider Fit	Expect an aggressive, forward-leaning riding position with high footpegs and low clip-ons that place significant weight on the wrists and demand good core strength and flexibility.
Character	The CBR1000RR is a razor-sharp, race-bred superbike with a high-revving inline-four engine and taut chassis that thrives when pushed hard.
Not Ideal For	This is not the right bike for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or off-road exploration.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2012 Honda CBR1000RR ABS Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 Honda CBR1000RR ABS, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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